Overview
LAKE HATCH FIELD PRODUCTION FACILITY #3 is an operational oil extraction facility located near Houma, Louisiana, in Terrebonne Parish. It operates within the U.S. Gulf Coast region, a major hub for oil and gas production.
LAKE HATCH FIELD PRODUCTION FACILITY #3 is an oil extraction facility located approximately 17 miles southwest of Houma, Louisiana, in Terrebonne Parish. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's extensive oil and gas infrastructure, which supports both domestic energy supply and export markets. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including EPA's Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and BSEE offshore safety requirements. As an oil extraction site, it involves drilling, well operation, and initial processing of crude oil. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for the Gulf Coast region. This facility is part of the larger Gulf Coast oil infrastructure network, which includes extensive pipeline systems, refineries, and export terminals. Its location in a coastal wetland area presents environmental considerations related to habitat preservation and spill prevention. The facility's operational status underscores its role in maintaining regional energy production capacity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Louisiana coastal wetlands, an ecologically sensitive region that provides critical habitat for wildlife and acts as a natural buffer against storms. Oil extraction activities in such areas require rigorous spill prevention and response measures to protect water quality and marsh ecosystems. The proximity to the Gulf of Mexico also raises considerations for marine pollution prevention under MARPOL Annex I.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 17 miles southwest of Houma, Louisiana, in Terrebonne Parish, with coordinates 29.250278 N, -90.783611 W.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that drills and produces crude oil and natural gas, typical of the Gulf Coast region.
The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and BSEE offshore safety requirements, as well as state-level environmental permits.
Oil extraction in coastal wetlands poses risks to sensitive ecosystems, including habitat disruption and potential spills. Operators must implement spill prevention and response plans to mitigate these impacts.
The Gulf Coast is a major hub for oil extraction, refining, and export, with extensive pipeline networks and port facilities. It plays a key role in U.S. energy security and global oil markets.
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